Information Technology Project Manager Team Lead

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 91,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi's Transportation IT group seeks an Information Technology Project Manager Team Lead in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS. The role oversees complex IT projects up to $5 million, guides project planning, timelines, resources, and deliverables, and supervises lower-level PMs.

Strong leadership, collaboration, and knowledge of IT project lifecycles are essential. Typical qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of IT experience, with prefered experience in AASHTOWare

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 7-10 years of relevant IT experience.
• Agency preferred qualifications: AASHTOWare Project and Construction Management Systems Leadership (3-5 years): Experience leading the technical direction, administration, integration, and enhancement of AASHTOWare Project, including its modules, interfaces, and custom applications.
• Technical Team Leadership (3-5 years): Experience supervising developers, business analysts, and consultants, including establishing priorities, assigning work, mentoring staff, and ensuring accountability for project deliverables.
• Software Development and Application Lifecycle (5-7 years): Hands-on experience developing and troubleshooting enterprise applications using C#, .NET, SQL, REST APIs, and modern web technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of IT projects up to $5 million.
• Plan projects and timelines; allocate resources.
• Coordinate with business owners and IT managers across functions.
• Supervise and mentor lower-level project managers.

Skills

Technical leadership

Team supervision

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AASHTOWare Project

C#

.NET

SQL

REST APIs

Job description

Information Technology Project Manager Team Lead in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$90,792.06 - $100,665.86 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9515-0941-20261019Hs

0941 - TRANSPORTATION

Opening Date

10/20/2026

10/26/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$90,792.06

$100,665.86

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is responsible for providing a safe intermodal transportation network that is planned, designed, constructed, and maintained in an effective, cost-efficient, and environmentally sensitive manner. Questions about this position can be directed to [e-mail].

Supervisory position responsible for managing complex projects beyond the scope of a first-level Project Manager, typically overseeing a project portfolio of up to $5 million. Responsibilities include project planning, overseeing project team activities, identifying necessary resources, and developing project plans, timelines, and accountability measures. Requires a thorough understanding of project scope, objectives, and team member responsibilities. Accountable for developing project deliverables, evaluating project outcomes, and coordinating with business owners and managers across IT functions. Provides supervision and guidance to lower-level project managers.

What you'll need to be Successful

Success in this role requires a strong work ethic, reliability, and the ability to collaborate with others while fostering a positive, productive team environment. The candidate should demonstrate initiative, professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to achieving organizational goals through effective teamwork and communication. The candidate should also possess the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively supervise, perform, and review the work assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 7-10 years of relevant IT experience. Incumbent often possesses specialized knowledge in an IT discipline.
• Agency preferred qualifications:Special Requirements: AASHTOWare Project and Construction Management Systems Leadership (3-5 years): Experience leading the technical direction, administration, integration, and enhancement of AASHTOWare Project, including its modules, interfaces, and custom applications. Must be able to collaborate with vendors and business stakeholders.
• Technical Team Leadership (3-5 years): Experience supervising developers, business analysts, and consultants, including establishing priorities, assigning work, mentoring staff, and ensuring accountability for project deliverables.
• Software Development and Application Lifecycle (5-7 years): Hands-on experience developing and troubleshooting enterprise applications using C#, .NET, SQL, REST APIs, and modern web technologies. Experience overseeing the full application lifecycle, including requirements gathering, development, deployment, support, and maintenance.

Address

210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201